Alabama

Homestand Highlights: August 13-17

The first-place Barons open a pivotal five-game series with the second-place Montgomery Biscuits Thursday as the two teams fight for a spot in the Southern League North postseason.

THURSDAY: Thirsty Thursday and the Thursday Night Concert Series kicks off the homestand at 7:05 p.m. Thirsty Thursdays, presented by Liv Parkside, Woodbridge, Miller Lite and Buffalo Wild Wings, offer $2 drink specials on beer, wine and sodas until the end of the seventh inning. This week's Thursday Night Concert Series, presented by Birmingham Mountain Radio and Tin Roof, features Five Shot Jack. The concert begins when the gates open at 5:30 p.m.

St. Vincent's presents a "Red Out" as fans will have the opportunity to participate in blood pressure screenings. Fans are encouraged to wear red to support the American Heart Association.

Thursday is also a Young Professionals night.

FRIDAY: The Barons celebrate the nearing football season Friday with Football Kick-Off Night. The first 1,000 adults 13-years-old and over will receive a Kevan Smith Barons football jersey, courtesy of the Sheraton. A host of your favorite Alabama-area college football mascots will roam the concourse to provide photo opportunities for fans.

Atlanta Braves legend Fred McGriff will also be in attendance Friday. His accomplishments on the baseball field have made him a Hall of Fame candidate and true baseball legend. Now he wants YOU to become legendary by taking a pledge to always drive sober or use a designated driver. McGriff will throw out the first pitch.

SATURDAY: The biggest fireworks show of the season comes to Regions Field Saturday as Pyro-Palooza VIII, presented by MINI of Birmingham, celebrates Star Wars Night. Thanks to KultureCity, the Barons will don Storm Trooper themed jerseys during the game, and the jerseys will be auctioned off on the concourse via silent auction. All-South Appliance will also give away a grill to one lucky fan.

As part of KultureCity's presentation, Christian hip-hop artist Sho Baraka will host a pre-game concert.

SUNDAY: Birmingham salutes America's armed forces Sunday by wearing special camouflage jerseys. Thanks to The Home Depot and NAPA, all those who present a Military ID at the ticket window will receive $2 off regularly priced tickets.

MONDAY: The series wraps up Monday with a YP Monday. Game-five is set to begin at 7:05 p.m.

The Courtyard Pre-Game Buffet is offering a special price and extended time during the month of August. The buffet is available Thursdays and Saturdays, and opens as soon as the gates open. The spread closes 30 minutes after first pitch.

Tickets for the buffet can be purchased for $18 in advance and $22 at the gates (does not include ticket and is not available August 15).

Fans can enjoy their Regions Field favorites for one low price with this deal. Hamburgers, hot dogs, Golden Flake chips, Bud's Best cookies, bratwurst, baked beans, popcorn, peanuts, Coca-Cola products and Red Diamond tea are all all-you-can-eat. Tickets can be purchased by phone at (205) 988-3200 or online by clicking here.